The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) is seeking applications for funding under the Local First Responders State Microgrant Program.
Donor Name: Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC)
State: Georgia
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 11/22/2022
Size of the Grant: $20,000
Grant Duration: 12 months
Details:
The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) is designated by the Governor of Georgia as the State Administering Agency for criminal justice and victims’ assistance programs. Created by the General Assembly (O.C.G.A. § 35-6A-2), CJCC is comprised of twenty-seven members representing various components of the criminal justice system.
Funding Priorities
Efforts should demonstrate a focus on resources that will ensure the safety of citizens within the local jurisdictions served by first responders applying under this solicitation.
Priority will be given to applicants who:
- Meet eligibility for equity funding set by the One Georgia Authority; and
- Demonstrate that funds for equipment are not available from other grant programs or other fund sources
Funding Information
- Available Funding: Approximately $375,000.
- Multiple awards with a maximum dollar amount of $20,000 per agency.
Award Period
Each award is one year (12 months) in length.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants are limited to units of local government in the State of Georgia (county and city governments) to apply on behalf of first responder agencies. For the purpose of this grant award, first responder agencies are defined as entities funded by a unit of local government who are among the first to arrive and provide assistance at the scene of an emergency. This includes law enforcement, fire services, paramedicine, and EMTs. If an award is made, it must be administered by a unit local government. Priority will be given to applicants who are located in counties who fully meet the eligibility for equity funding per the One Georgia Authority guidelines.
Use of Funds
Funds may be used to support the purchase of equipment, supplies, technology and other materials directly related to first responder functions, i.e. duty equipment or supplies necessary to respond to calls for service.
For more information, visit Local First Responders State Microgrant Program.